Systems and Software Engineer

Location: Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Workplace: on_site

Employment Type: contract

Description

Join Centorrino Technologies: Innovate, Grow, and Thrive with Us!
At Centorrino Technologies (CT), we’re more than just tech—we’re a community that goes beyond expectations. We’ve been recognised as a Great Place to Work in 2024–2025 and one of the Best Places to Work Medium & Large Size in Australia for 2025, with an outstanding eNPS score of 68. And we’re not stopping there. We're on a mission to redefine the customer experience, and we need a passionate Systems/Software Engineer to join our team in Melbourne or Canberra.

Requirements

What you'll do:

• Perform critical and complex engineering activities and provide expert advice in software systems engineering for the LAND 4140 BMS project.
• Operate within a sophisticated systems-of-systems environment involving networking, radio systems and electro-mechanical systems.
• Develop engineering plans and designs that integrate with other engineering disciplines.
  Collaborate with system architects and engineering management to design and specify software-related engineering artefacts.
• Support the Engineering Manager in developing engineering work packages aligned to capability scope and Defence requirements.
• Contribute to capability definition documents, management plans, architectures, systems integration specifications, test plans, procedures and reports.
• Provide systems/software engineering expertise across engineering, project management and commercial functions.
• Ensure safety considerations and technical regulatory requirements are embedded in all software engineering activities.
• Identify, assess and resolve system/software engineering issues, advising leadership on suitable courses of action.
• Exercise delegated engineering authorities and technical regulatory responsibilities when assigned.
• Build strong relationships and effectively influence stakeholders and subject matter experts to achieve project outcomes.
• Interpret and comply with Defence legislation, policy and regulatory frameworks.
• Deliver accurate, high-quality work within defined timeframes as part of an integrated, matrixed Defence workforce.
• Support integration, testing and evaluation of COTS and FMS software across multiple host environments (SOE / VM).

What you'll bring:

• Degree in Engineering (electronics, computer, communications, networking or similar), recognised under the Washington Accord.

• 8+ years of engineering experience, including 5+ years in systems/software engineering.
• Current NV1 (minimum) security clearance.
• Demonstrated experience delivering systems/software engineering across multiple program phases.
• Experience within CASG or a similar Defence acquisition environment.
• Strong capability in DevSecOps, SDLC, and software integration practices.
• Experience analysing, designing, reviewing and producing high-quality engineering documentation for Government approvals.
• Ability to work independently across diverse and complex technical tasks.
• Experience managing technical and integration risks in challenging environments.
• Strong stakeholder engagement skills across complex Defence ecosystems.
• Experience with communications-related software and associated enabling services/infrastructure.
• Skilled in applying testing and evaluation techniques across the system development lifecycle.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including advanced technical writing.
• Commitment to continuous learning and awareness of industry developments.
• Proven ability to plan, execute and evaluate work to meet time, cost and quality targets while managing risk.

Highly Regarded:

• Deep understanding of DevSecOps and the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC).
• Experience with Microsoft Azure.
• Experience with Linux-based operating systems.
• Prior experience in Defence CASG engineering or project environments.
• Postgraduate qualifications in software engineering or equivalent industry experience.
• Experience in pre-acquisition activities including design, development and tender evaluations.
• Experience with operational military communications and ICT systems.
• Knowledge of ICT, cyber security, ILS processes and Defence engineering standards.
• Experience with systems safety and cyber security.
• Knowledge of ADF Land Domain tactical communications and ICT technologies.

Benefits

Why You'll Love Working Here:

Our company is more than just a workplace, it's a hub of inspiration and creativity where employees love to work! Here's why:

• Hybrid working (for majority of our roles) with team anchor days to support collaboration.
• Extensive training and development opportunities that enable continual growth as part of your career planning.
• Extensive discounts and benefits to maximise your money.
• A choice of your IT equipment to maximise your success and access to cost-price tech for your personal needs.
• Fun team events to celebrate achievements and connect with colleagues outside work as part of our engaging culture.

CT celebrates diversity and enables every voice to be heard as we drive to create the world we want. Apply today and be part of a team that values innovation, inclusivity, variety and diverse backgrounds.

Note: A valid Vulnerable People / Working with Children Check (WWCC) and Police Check are required.